Sports and Orthopedic Physical Therapy

Through Physical Therapy, Nationwide Children's Hospital offers a rehabilitation program specifically for young athletes and children who have suffered bone and/or muscle injuries. The Sports and Orthopedic Physical Therapy team works closely with Nationwide Children's Sports Medicine and the department of Orthopedics to help rehabilitate and return children to their previous function level.

News and Highlights

Nationwide Children’s Offers State-of-the-Art Therapy with AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill
The AlterG anti-gravity treadmill, now available at Nationwide Children’s, uses state-of-the-art technology to assist us in helping patients reach their goals. Using air pressure to lift the patient, normal walking and running can be performed with full range of motion. This is especially useful as a patient is recovering from an injury or surgery.

If you are interested in learning more about the AlterG treadmill and how it might benefit you, or to schedule an appointment to use the machine, please call (614) 355-6067.

Perform biomechanical analysis of gymnastics skills that may cause injury

Provide direct guidance for progression back to gymnastics after injury

Facilitate and encourage direct communication with gymnastics coaches

Additional Information

Common Injuries

From Sever's Disease and rotator cuff injuries to patella femoral pain and scoliosis, Nationwide Children's Sports and Orthopedic Therapists are experienced treating a variety of injuries and diagnoses for children and adolescents. Click here to learn about the common diagnoses we treat.

School Partnerships

Nationwide Children's Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation specialists treat student athletes from their initial injury on the field throughout their entire rehab process: getting them back to the sports they love. Our expert physicians, athletic trainers and physical therapists work as a team to ensure players receive the specialized care they need to maximize their potential. Click here to learn about our partnering schools and organizations.